30 Bad Table Manners: How Many Are You Guilty Of?
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Stacking your dishes at the end of the meal
When dining out, don't gather up the dishes and stack them in the middle of the table when everyone is done eating. You might think you're being polite, but most restaurants have a system in place for clearing their tables, and it also gives other diners the impression that the waitstaff is not doing their job. Be patient, and remember that you are likely not the only table they're taking care of.
